St. Gregory Catholic Church, Zelienople, PA
“Allen has created the perfect marriage of the original refurbished Schantz pipework and the best of Allen’s technology and craftsmanship. The result is this instrument that, from the simplest of hymns to the most grand of repertoire, our parish organists find to be a true privilege and pleasure play.”
Mr. Kevin M. Johnson
Coordinator of Music Ministries and Principal Organist
Divine Grace Parish – St. Ferdinand, St. Gregory, and Holy Redeemer Churches
“At Divine Grace Parish, we set out to find the best way to preserve the organ at St. Gregory church, one of the three churches in our parish family. This treasured instrument holds a special place in parish life, both for the music it brings to our worship and for its history and exceptional quality.
After careful research, our staff selected Gerrerro-Kirk to undertake the restoration. It was difficult to send our beloved organ away, but the meticulous care it needed required off-site work. Its 2,000 pipes were also removed for restoration. For a time, the church felt empty without them.
At last, the time came to welcome the organ home. The pipes returned first and were reinstalled in preparation for the instrument’s arrival. Once the organ was back in place, installation and fine-tuning brought the restoration together. Hearing it again for the first time was extraordinary. Its phenomenal sound filled the church as never before, renewing our appreciation for the beauty of this beloved instrument. I can hardly imagine another quite like it in our region, and we take great pride in what it has become for our parish.
From all of us at Divine Grace Parish, thank you for the care and dedication you brought to restoring this treasured instrument.”
Deacon Donald C. Pepe
Coordinator of Plant Operations
Divine Grace Parish – St. Gregory Catholic Church
Zelienople, Pennsylvania
